Scientists believe that the kissing-like behavior likely reinforces "social bonds" between the animals Scientists have recorded the wild orcas engaging in "tongue-nibbling" — a social behavior similar ...
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Orca vs. Great White Shark: Who Wins the Top Predator Crown?
The ocean has a definite top predator. Sharks dominate discussions, in part due to their fearsome hunting abilities, and in ...
Despite their reputation as 'killer' whales, orcas are known to lend a helping fin by sharing their food with humans. A recent study recorded and analyzed 34 instances of prey-sharing by orcas ...
When you buy through links on our articles, Future and its syndication partners may earn a commission. Credit: Parenthood/BBC (screenshot) Orca moms teach their young how to pretend-drown each other, ...
The Center for Whale Research’s latest census shows just 74 of the orcas remain. They need more food, space and less ...
SAN JUAN ISLAND, Wash. (AP) — As dawn broke over San Juan Island, a team of scientists stood on the deck of a barge and unspooled over a mile of fiber-optic cable into the frigid waters of the Salish ...
Orcas can live nearly a century in the wild. They rule the oceans but are curious animals, especially when it comes to humans. This inquisitive nature doesn’t always serve them well, particularly when ...
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